In China, the deprivations precarious workers suffer go beyond the labour market to impact family relations, social participation, and mental and emotional health. Even if policy has made some attempts to reduce precarity in recent times, there is still significant room for improvement.

The UN Cybercrime Convention, designed to enhance global cooperation against cybercrime, awaits adoption and necessitates at least 40 signatories by 2026. However, it raises concerns about the potential for increased surveillance and infringement on privacy and civil liberties.

On the back of their Strengthened Strategic Partnership, Japan and the Philippines have signed a Reciprocal Access Agreement (RAA). This indicates the strength and evolution of the security relationship and the approach of both sides to managing regional instability.